Vitebsk, the second most ancient town of Belarus

Theme:
Landmarks, Walking, History, Architecture

Description

The 2,5- hour walking tour around the historical centre of Vitebsk starts in Millennium Square and ends in Victory Square. The tourists will learn the history of our ancient town, will see the canonical Orthodox church of XII century, a few other churches of various architectural styles, the Town Hall. They will see the Art Centre of Marc Chagall, the former Governor's Palace and learn about the famous people who stayed there. From the Assumption Hill they will enjoy the view of the town and the two rivers on which it stands. They will visit the neighbourhood where Marc Chagall lived and will see his Memorial House, will feel the atmoshpere of the International Arts Festival "The Slavic Bazaar" in the Summer Amphitheatre. In Victory Square and the War Memorial the tourists will learn about the tragedy of Vitebsk during WW II and appreciate into what beautiful town it was reborn after the war.

Theme

Landmarks

Walking

History

Architecture

Additional Information

Additional costs may include the entrance tickets to the Memorial House and Art Centre of Marc Chagall and the museum guide service.